Bill > S1009

This bill, titled "Relative to juvenile violence", proposes several key provisions to address issues of sexual abuse and violence in schools that educate students from kindergarten through 12th grade, as well as special needs students from kindergarten through age 22. The main provisions include: - Mandatory expulsion for students ages 12 and older who commit sexual offenses against students who are at least 2 years younger, as defined under Massachusetts law. This includes offenses such as rape, statutory rape, molestation, and indecent assault. - Mandatory 10-day suspensions for students who commit acts of violence in conjunction with bullying or hazing incidents that cause or threaten bodily injury. - Special protections and disciplinary procedures for special needs students who commit violent or sexual offenses, including the development of individualized behavioral modification plans. - Requirements for school disciplinary boards, due process for accused students, and appeal processes. - Provisions regarding first aid training, school activities over 12 hours, school visits by parents and family members, and reporting of abuse or assault disclosures. - Penalties for retaliation against those reporting sexual abuse or violence, and liability for parents or guardians of students who commit sexual offenses. The bill aims to create a comprehensive framework to address and prevent sexual abuse and violence in schools across Massachusetts.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S1009